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West Croydon

SA 5008 • Greater Adelaide

4,242
Population (2021)
$40,768
Median Income
1.66 km²
Area
15m
Elevation
Inner SuburbanMulticulturalAffordableFamily-FriendlyHeritage Character

About West Croydon

West Croydon is an inner-western suburb of Adelaide, South Australia, located within the City of Charles Sturt approximately 7 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD. With a population of around 4,242 (2021 census), the suburb has seen steady growth of 2.4% over the five years to 2021. The predominant age group is 30-39 years, and households are primarily couples with children. West Croydon has a multicultural character with significant Italian and Greek heritage reflected in its food culture and community.

West Croydon offers a convenient inner-suburban lifestyle with easy access to the Arndale Shopping Centre in nearby Kilkenny and a variety of local shops, cafes, and restaurants. The suburb features a mix of character homes, including Federation-era cottages, alongside modern infill development. Residents enjoy proximity to parks and the Linear Trail along the River Torrens. The suburb is popular with young families and professionals who value its affordability relative to eastern Adelaide suburbs while still being well-connected to the city.

West Croydon falls under postcode 5008 and is governed by Charles Sturt Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Croydon electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5008
Urban Area
Charles Sturt - North-East
LGA
Charles Sturt
Federal Electorate
Adelaide
State Electorate
Croydon
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.89°, 138.56°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
1.66 km²
Elevation
15m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

West Croydon
0.3 km
4 min
Kilkenny
0.9 km
11 min
Croydon
0.8 km
10 min
Dudley Park
1.2 km
15 min

Bus Services

  • 115, 118 — Adelaide CBD via Port Rd 15-20 min
  • 251, 252 — Arndale Shopping Centre 5 min
  • 286 — West Lakes / Semaphore 20-30 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
7 km
By Train
12 min
By Bus
15-20 min
By Car (Peak)
15-20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
12 min

🛣️ West Croydon station provides quick and frequent train services to Adelaide CBD

Walkability Very Walkable

Train station, local shops, and schools are easily accessible on foot; good cycling infrastructure

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,141
Census 2021
4,242
▲ 2.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,148
Income 2021
$40,768
▲ 30.9% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,002
Born Overseas 1,119

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Italy 123
  • 2. Vietnam 112
  • 3. England 105
  • 4. Greece 103
  • 5. India 81
  • 6. Scotland 26
  • 7. Philippines 24
  • 8. China 23
  • 9. Afghanistan 22
  • 10. New Zealand 22
  • 11. Germany 21
  • 12. Bosnia & Herzegovina 19
  • 13. Pakistan 19
  • 14. Lebanon 16
  • 15. Canada 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,133
Australian 1,029
Italian 637
Greek 433
Irish 362
Scottish 326
German 241
Serbian 164
Vietnamese 146
Chinese 122

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,737
Both parents born in Australia
1,779
Both parents born overseas
613
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.0%
No Religion
39.4%
Islam
5.8%
Buddhism
2.9%
Hinduism
0.8%
Sikhism
0.7%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
282 (6.6%)
5-14 years
462 (10.9%)
15-19 years
227 (5.4%)
20-24 years
249 (5.9%)
25-34 years
624 (14.7%)
35-44 years
610 (14.4%)
45-54 years
612 (14.4%)
55-64 years
540 (12.7%)
65-74 years
345 (8.1%)
75-84 years
201 (4.7%)
85+ years
88 (2.1%)

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